From GIS to GPS, explore our spatially-focused research and training at UC Santa Cruz.
Welcome to the Center for Integrated Spatial Research
Formerly the GIS/ISC Laboratory, the Center for Integrated Spatial Research (CISR) is the central facility for spatially-focused research and training at the University of California, Santa Cruz. CISR is focused on integrating state-of-of-the-art spatial technology and methods (geographic information systems, global positioning systems, remote sensing, spatial modeling/statistics) with pressing interdisciplinary research and fostering cross-domain cooperation in the application of these tools. In order to advance this purpose, CISR is dedicated to promoting a diversity of research by increasing campus and community literacy in spatial methods and engaging in innovations in spatial science.
CISR works on:
- advanced spatial modeling
- spatial tool development
- geospatial web services
- geovisualization
- geospatial training
- and more…
Projects
To support research integrating spatial concepts, CISR is actively engaged in advanced spatial modeling and statistics; spatial tool development; field mapping technology and methods; cartographic visualization, and more…
Examples of some of our projects include:
The Puma Project
Puma Tracker displays real-time satellite tracking data so the public can remotely explore the lives of these amazing animals.
Learn more about Santa Cruz Puma Project – University of California, Santa Cruz
No Place Like Home
Santa Cruz is the least-affordable small city in the US. Between 2016 and 2018, the research team surveyed and gathered evidence of housing conditions, and researched historical trends and policy options.
Threatened Island Biodiversity
A global dataset of threatened island species at risk from invasive vertebrates.
Facilities
Learn more about our state-of-the-art spatial technology facility within walking distance from the UCSC Natural Reserve.
People
At the intersection of social, natural, and information sciences, CISR is composed of a diverse team of faculty, staff, and students that conduct their research under the collaborative focus of the center.
